Ikaalinen

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Ikaalinen
Ikaalinen is a spa town on Lake Kyrösjärvi, with a historic market and spectacular opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Situated in the Tampere region, Ikaalinen has been a spa town since 1884. Ikaalinen spa, on Lake Kyrösjärvi, is popular with families and rehabilitation patients. Other attractions for families include the home of Ti-Ti the Bear, where children can meet a family of teddy bears. Ikaalinen is also known for its Sata-Häme Soi accordion and light music event.

Start your holiday in Ikaalinen from Wanha Kauppala market town, which you can reach on foot or on a guided tour. Wanha Kauppala is considered Finland's oldest, smallest and most beautiful township. Take a quiet walk in the streets to admire the architecture, the shady parks and boulevards, and the convivial atmosphere. The Local History Museum displays artefacts from the local history of the Ikaalinen area.

The wooden Fredrika Sofia’s church and its massive belfry are also worth a visit. From the church, you can head for the nearby market square. Continue your walk to the culturally and historically significant Rahkola and the old community hall, Oma Tupa, which now contains a coffee shop.

You can visit Ikaalinen at any time, but a summer holiday should include water. Try fishing on Lake Kyrösjärvi or at the Leppäsjärvi rapids. The Jyllinjoki and Vääräjoki rivers have excellent canoeing routes and the Hämeenkangas area offers magnificent ridge scenery and pine forests. Give your mind a rest in this beautiful environment.

If you enjoy hiking, visit Seitseminen National Park, which has several hiking routes, and good ski tracks in winter. The park includes five camping grounds, and there are two parking areas for caravans and camper vans. The heart of the park is Multiharju old-growth forest, which has been protected since 1910. The Seitseminen Nature Centre offers information on hiking and the environment, and organises guided tours and events for both children and adults.

It is easy to get around Ikaalinen on foot or by bicycle. The town has good transport links and is conveniently situated just half an hour from Tampere. There are bus services from both Tampere and Helsinki, which both have international airports.

Ikaalinen Spa & Hotel
Ikaalinen Spa & Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Huvilatie, 2, Ikaalinen
The price is RM509 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
RM509
RM560 total
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18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Ikaalinen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kylpylän uimaranta and Kasino are ...
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Hotelli Ikahani
Hotelli Ikahani
4 out of 5
1 Keturinkatu, Ikaalinen, Pirkanmaa
The price is RM452 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM452
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Ikaalinen. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kasino and Silkinranta are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hotelli Ikahani
Scandic Ikaalisten Kylpylä
Scandic Ikaalisten Kylpylä
3 out of 5
Hämyläntie, 2, Ikaalinen, Pirkanmaa
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ikaalinen. Enjoy free parking, 3 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kylpylän uimaranta and Kasino are ...
7.2/10 Good! (345 reviews)
Perussetti
"Kaikki meni hyvin."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2020

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Holiday Club Pyhäniemi
3.5 out of 5
Pyhäniementie 251, Kihnio
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Kihnio. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction Pyhäniemen uimaranta is located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
"asiallinen"

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Holiday Club Pyhäniemi
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Wake Valley Camping
2 out of 5
Säynäväjärventie 38, Ylojarvi, Pirkanmaa
Book a stay at this beach campground in Ylojarvi. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Räikkä Beach is located ...
6.4/10 (21 reviews)
Suosittelen
"Kiva leirintä alue"

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2017

Wake Valley Camping
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